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D I S C U S S i s s u e s t h a t a f f e c t c r e d i t u n i o n s i n t o d a y s w o r ld Annual Conference 2018 C O N N E C T w i t h D o D L e a d e r s N E T W O R K w i t h c r e d i t u n i o n c o l l e ag u e s Williamsburg, VA August 12-15, 2018 EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS

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Your participation is critically important to our defense credit unions because they need access to the latest trends, technology and information to work more effectively for our veterans, active military, retired military, military spouses and others.

Who is DCUC?The Defense Credit Union Council (DCUC) is the premier defense trade association representing the interests of defense credit unions operating on military installations worldwide.

Did you know?• The Council is comprised of over 180 credit unions

with over 23 million memberships and over $225 Billion in assets.

• For more than 50 years, DCUC has been the primary liaison to the Department of Defense.

• Organized in 1963, the Council is governed by a 7-member Board of Directors consisting of a representative from each of the services.

• Defense Credit Unions are federal and state chartered credit unions that serve the military, DoD civilian personnel and their families.

• Our credit unions are located in 48 states and 20 countries around the world.

Mark your calendars today and reserve August 12-15, 2018

for the 55th Annual DCUC Conference at the historic

Colonial Williamsburg Hotels in Williamsburg, VA.

This Prospectus has all the information you need to

register for our 55th Annual Conference. Please visit our website at www.dcuc.org

and register there. If you have any questions, please reach out to Janet Sked,

DCUC Conference Manager at 314-802-8808 or [email protected].

Get to know us

better and join us in

Williamsburg for

what promises to

be one of our best

conferences yet.

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By participating at the DCUC Conference, you can become a part of this tight-knit community!

• Defense Credit Unions are only 3% of all United States Credit Unions, but over 20% of DCUs are in the top 100 List and hold over 20% of total CU Assets.

• Over 44% of DCUs report over $500M in assets and 29% over $1B. These are credit unions that should and can be your customers.

• Of the total number of Defense Credit Unions that attended in 2017, 44% have assets in excess of $1B. These are the people you want to meet.

Why Exhibit?The 55th Annual DCUC Showcase and Annual Conference should be an essential part of your company’s marketing strategy! We provide you with access to military credit union CEO’s, executives, staff and board chairs. These attendees make the majority of final buying decisions at defense credit unions around the world.

Our Showcase has a real purpose: • The Showcase is a focal point of this conference,

where you can interact face-to-face with attendees during meals and receptions to allow maximum time for networking.

• Get your products in front of the important decision makers. Last year almost 30% of credit union attendees were presidents and board chairmen.

• Introduce your services to credit union professionals looking to keep current on the most recent technological advances in financial services.

• Build relationships with our Defense Credit Union members, in a relaxed, enjoyable environment.

• Be a part of Healing the Wounds of War during our Annual Silent Auction to raise funds for a special Military Charity.

• Support our members, who pride themselves on promoting the morale and welfare of our military by truly Serving Those Who Serve Our Country.

Photos by Spencer Butterfield www.srbphotogallery.com

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Exhibitor Benefits:• Directory of all conference attendees and information

about their credit union

• Special activities in the Showcase to attract maximum audience participation

• Invitation to the popular Chairman’s Welcome Reception

• Ability to attend Conference sessions

• Participate in ALL conference meals

• Enjoy the Monday Social Reception and conclusion of the Silent Auction to support our troops

PLUS, if you are a SPONSOR:Your company will have the opportunity to provide a conference presentation at no additional charge in one of two ways:

1. Educational Breakout Session Sunday, August 12 for 40 minutes. These opportunities are limited to the first 9 applicants.

2. Presentation during the DCUC Conference General Session Monday or Tuesday, August 13-14. Topics must be relevant, informative and impactful for Defense Credit Unions. Companies interested in this option must submit a presentation title, brief description and a speaker name to Janet Sked not later than May 1, 2018. A DCUC Conference Committee will select the best TWO entries.

Space is limited for these speaking opportunities. Don’t delay!!

Installation of DisplaysSunday, August 12

9:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Showcase Grand Opening and LunchSunday, August 12

12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Showcase Breakfast Monday, August 13

7:30 – 8:30 a.m.

Casual Lunch Buffet in the ShowcaseMonday, August 13

12:15 – 1:30 p.m.

Social Reception in the ShowcaseMonday, August 13

3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Showcase DismantleMonday, August 13

5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

TENTATIVE SHOWCASE SCHEDULE*

A full Agenda will be available on the DCUC website in February. Official Showcase Decorator: Exhibits Inc. An official DCUC Exhibitor Kit will be sent to each company in early 2018. Electricity and phone lines are available through the Williamsburg Lodge and WiFi is complimentary.

*Subject to change.

2018 Showcase Floor Plan

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Saturday, August 11 (Pre-Conference Activities)

8:00 Shotgun Start 25th Annual Vincent Lascara Golf Tournament Colonial Williamsburg Golden Horseshoe Golf Course

8:00 – 11:00DCUC Registration Desk Open

Sunday, August 128:00 – 5:00DCUC Registration Desk Open

12:00 – 2:00DCUC Showcase Grand Opening w/Lunch

3:20 – 5:30Three Breakout Sessions (40 minutes each for a total of nine sessions)

6:00 – 8:00Chairman’s Welcome Reception

Monday, August 137:30 – 3:00DCUC Registration Desk Open

7:30 – 8:30 Breakfast in the Showcase

8:45 – 11:00General Session

11:00 – 12:00President/CEO and Directors’ Roundtables (two consecutive sessions)

12:15 – 1:30Lunch Buffet in the Showcase

1:45 – 3:00General Session

3:00 – 5:00 Final Social Reception in the Showcase

5:00 Showcase closes

2018 Exhibitor Schedule at a Glance

REMEMBER THIS YEARREGISTRATION IS ONLINE!www.dcuc.org/AnnualConf

I enjoy the collaborative partnership

this conference evokes.

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Showcase Registration Details

New this year, easy registration online at:

www.dcuc.org/AnnualConf

The booth charge is $1,795. This includes two DCUC Conference Registrations that allow you access to all meeting and events. Additional registrants (up to two more per booth) are $600 each.

The booth cost includes:• 8 x 8’ Exhibit space in the 2018 DCUC Showcase

• Company ID sign

• One 6’ skirted table and two chairs

• Tall pedestal table for your Silent Auction item

If you wish to attend the Hall of Honor Dinner on Tuesday night, the cost is $175 per person* *This is included in your registration for all Platinum, Gold and Silver Sponsors

Be sure to Select a Space Preference and make certain to let us know which company you do not want to be near or simply send Janet an email with this information at [email protected].

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Being able to provide

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DCUC attendee group.

The executives

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DCUC provides a lot

of opportunities to mix

with the attendees. The

Purple Heart Homes was

a great recipient for the

silent auction in 2017.

Very inspirational!“

I really appreciate

the intentional and

thoughtful efforts made

to encourage interaction

between the attendees

and the exhibitors

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Sponsorship Benefits:Many outstanding sponsorship opportunities are available this year. Make a dynamic impact with your company logo on a variety of conference giveaways or provide a sponsorship for an activity or speaker. In return, your company will be recognized in the on-site Program Book, in our DCUC Mobile App, on conference signs and podium announcements during the conference.

New this year for all elite (Platinum, Gold and Silver) sponsors, you will receive an invitation to a special VIP Reception on Saturday, August 11 at the Williamsburg Inn. This is open only to Credit Union President/CEOs and our elite sponsors.

You may select your sponsorships online or send directly to me.

Questions?Call Janet Sked Office: 314-802-8808 Cell: 314-712-9520 Fax: 314-802-8807E-mail: [email protected]

Platinum Sponsor:In addition to the sponsorship benefits out-lined on the left, our Platinum Sponsor will benefit from the added networking oppor-tunities and exposure of being the premier sponsor of the DCUC Conference.

Added benefits include:• First choice of booth location in the Showcase• Article in the monthly Newsletter, THE ALERT• Guaranteed opportunity to provide a Corpo-

rate Partner Breakout Session • Recognition from the Podium• Recognition on the DCUC Mobile App with a

link to your website, prominent Conference Signage and listed in the printed Final Pro-gram as a DCUC Conference sponsor

NEW THIS YEAR:• Two complimentary additional registrations• Invitation to a special Saturday night VIP

Meet ‘N Greet Cocktail Reception at the Williamsburg Inn with the new DCUC president and the President/CEOs of our member Credit Unions

• Complimentary VIP seating for one company rep at the Hall of Honor Dinner

• One complimentary Push Notification on the DCUC Mobile App

Gold Sponsor: In addition to the networking opportunities and exposure of this elevated sponsorship package, added benefits include:• Primary booth location in the Showcase • Guaranteed opportunity to provide a Corpo-

rate Partner Breakout Session • Recognition from the Podium • Recognition on the DCUC Mobile App with a

link to your website, prominent Conference Signage and listed in the printed Final Pro-gram as a DCUC Conference sponsor

NEW THIS YEAR:• Two additional registrations at the discounted

price of $550• Invitation to a special Saturday night VIP

Meet ‘N Greet Cocktail Reception at the Williamsburg Inn with the new DCUC president and the President/CEOs of our member Credit Unions

• Complimentary access to the Hall of Honor Dinner (regular ticket cost in 2018 is $175) for up to two people

• One complimentary Push Notification on the DCUC Mobile App

Silver Sponsor:In addition to the great benefits all sponsors receive, Silver Sponsors will benefit from the added networking opportunities and exposure of this sponsorship package. Added Benefits include:• Preferred booth location in the Showcase• Recognition on the DCUC Mobile App with

a link to your website, prominent Confer-ence Signage and listed in the printed Final Program as a DCUC Conference sponsor

• Opportunity to provide a Corporate Partner Breakout Session (subject to availability)

• Recognition from the Podium

NEW THIS YEAR:• Invitation to a special Saturday night VIP

Meet ‘N Greet Cocktail Reception at the Williamsburg Inn with the new DCUC president and the President/CEOs of our member Credit Unions

• One additional registration at the discounted price of $550 per person

• Complimentary access to the Hall of Honor Dinner (regular ticket cost in 2018 is $175)for one person

• One complimentary Promotional Post on the DCUC Mobile App for 15 minutes

Bronze Sponsor:Bronze Sponsors receive:• Ability to select booth location in the DCUC

Showcase before all non-sponsors• Opportunity to provide a Corporate Partner

Breakout Session (subject to availability)• Recognition on the DCUC Mobile App with

a link to your website, prominent Confer-ence Signage and listed in the printed Final Program as a DCUC Conference sponsor

Sponsorship Levels and Descriptions:

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Platinum Sponsor Level:X Chairman’s Welcome Reception (Reserved) Sponsored by AFFN

Gold Sponsor Level:X 25th Annual VADM Vincent (Reserved) Lascara Golf Tournament Sponsored by CUNA Mutual Group

n Hall of Honor Dinner Entertainment $5,500 Stand out from the crowd during this very special evening and have two

Representatives from your company seated in the VIP tables.

n DCUC Mobile App $5,000 The DCUC Mobile App continues to a big success with over 190

followers! Be a part of the future and position your company as follows: • Logo on the splash screen • Two (2) Promotional Posts pinned to the top of the activity feed for 30

minutes • One (1) App Section with logo on the navigation screen and link to more

information • One (1) Push Notification

Silver Sponsor Level:X Nametags Imprinted (Reserved) with your Company Name Sponsored by Rte 66 Extended Warranty

n Drink Tickets $3,500 during Awards Banquet Cocktail Reception Provide drink tickets for all conference attendees and guests before the Hall of Honor Dinner. One representative will be seated at a VIP table.

n Williamsburg Historical Tickets $3,500 Offer our attendees and guests the chance to explore all the Colonial

Williamsburg historic sites and trade shops, including two art museums, and enjoy the convenience of a complimentary shuttle service during their stay in Williamsburg. This is sure to give your company extra recognition and appreciation.

n Conference Tee Shirts $3,200 Customize and distribute a tee shirt during the Showcase for increased

recognition, traffic and visibility.

n Sponsor a DCUC Member that has $3,000 never attended the DCUC Conference Do you have a DCUC client that has never been to our conference? Invite

them to attend as your guest in 2018! This would include Registration for one delegate and their guest, plus a Deluxe guestroom in the Williamsburg Lodge for five days.

n Final Social Reception in the Showcase $3,000 Host the final Showcase Reception with wine, beer, soft drinks and

appetizers. X Sponsor Head Table at the (Reserved) Tuesday Military Awards Luncheon Sponsored by OM Financial Group X Monday Afternoon Showcase Grand Prize (Reserved) Sponsored by iZale Financial Group

n Showcase Grand Opening Entertainment $2,500 The DCUC “Showcase with a Purpose” entertainment is a sure winner! n Hotel Key Cards $2,500 Print your logo on the hotel room keys so that every time our attendees use their room key, they’ll be reminded of your sponsorship.

Bronze Sponsor Level:n Monday Morning Showcase French $2,000 Toast Station Help to enhance this special breakfast by providing a very popular hot Breakfast item. X Final Program Back Cover (Reserved) Sponsored by BFB Gallagher n Two Charging Stations (1 available) $1,500 each Be the Go-To location for charging phones, iPads and computers! Our

members will thank you when they are running out of power for their devices.

(1) Sponsored by Corporate One FCU

n Conference Refreshment Breaks $1,500 each (3 available) Our members will thank you for these hydrating breaks during the

conference. X Conference Pocket Schedule (Reserved) Sponsored by eZforex.com

CUSTOM SPONSORSHIPSPersonalized Custom sponsorships are certainly possible. Contact Janet Sked to discuss.

SPONSORSHIP ADD-ON (only applicable if you already have a sponsorship)

n DCUC Mobile App Push Notification $400 each (Non-Exclusive - limited to five sponsors) Your sponsorship will include: • One (1) DCUC Mobile App Push Notification - This is a powerful, real-

time marketing tool. The Push Notification is delivered to the home screen of an attendee’s device, therefore it is the most direct message a sponsor can send to encourage attendee activity. There is a 140 character limit, with no links or images.

To reserve your sponsorship: • Reserve online www.dcuc.org/AnnualConf

• Email this sheet to [email protected]

• Fax this sheet 314-802-8807

Contact Janet Sked at 314-802-8808 with any questions.

All Sponsorship levels offer you the opportunity to provide a corporate partner breakout session (first-come, first-served), marketing support before the conference, logo recognition in the Final Conference Program and additional recognition during the conference.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

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Join us in Williamsburg for the 25th Annual Vincent Lascara Golf Tournament

at the recently renovated Golden Horseshoe Golf Club. Our DCUC tradition of good

times and enjoyable golf, plus a chance to help support our annual Fundraiser is a

winning combination!

The morning will begin with a continental breakfast in the Gold Clubhouse at 7:00 a.m. No bus transportation is necessary as the Golf Course is literally across the street from the Williamsburg Lodge and Inn.

The Golden Horseshoe Golf Club was designed by father-and-son duo Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Rees Jones. The course is completely free of surrounding real estate and boasts accolades such as GOLF Magazine’s “Top 500 Golf Holes in the World,” “Top 100 Resort Courses in America” by Golfweek Magazine, and Golf Digest’s “2016 Best Golf Resorts in the Mid-Atlantic.” If you enjoy golf, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to play this completely renovated and very special golf course!

REGISTRATION Information Register online today www.dcuc.org/AnnualConfCost is $115 per personBrand new Ping G400 rental sets are available for $50 set

Price includes Greens fees, Continental Breakfast and Awards Lunch Buffet at the Course.Registration deadline is July 11, 2018

Cancellation Policy:Cancellations received in writing prior to July 11 will be charged a $50 cancellation fee, with substitutions allowed at any time. No refunds will be allowed after July 11. Call Janet Sked at 314-802-8808 with any questions.

25th Annual VADM Vincent Lascara Golf TournamentSaturday, August 11, 2018, Shotgun Start at 8:00 a.m.(Breakfast and practice from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.)

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The 55th Annual DCUC Conference will be held at The Williamsburg Lodge and Inn located in beautiful and historic Williamsburg, VA.

Williamsburg Lodge: The Lodge consists of a spacious Conference Center where all of our sessions will be held, restaurants, gift shops and some guest rooms. It is closely surrounded by a series of Guest Houses where most of the spacious and newly renovated sleeping rooms are located.

Williamsburg Inn: Representing the height of luxury in Colonial Williamsburg, the iconic Williamsburg Inn has been reimagined to bring you the best of the old world and the new.

For reservations, you can call 800-261-9530 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. Or for more convenience, reserve your room online at our DCUC website www.dcuc.org and click on Hotel Reservations link.

The special DCUC Conference rate is $218 single/double for a deluxe room in the Williamsburg Lodge, subject to taxes, currently at 11% and $2.00 per room, per night occupancy tax. The special rate will apply three days before and after the dates of the event, subject to availability. Upgraded rooms are available at the Lodge or the Williamsburg Inn upon request at a higher rate. See website for more details.

Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out is 11:00 a.m. at all Colonial Williamsburg Hotels. An early departure fee of one night’s room rate plus tax will be charged for departure date changes made after check-in.

Our room reservation deadline is Monday, July 9, 2018. Reservation requests received after 5:00 p.m. EST on the cut-off date will be accepted on a space and rate availability basis. Please be sure to make your reservation before this date!

How do I get to Williamsburg?Williamsburg, Virginia, is located 150 miles south of Washington, D.C., midway between Richmond and Virginia Beach on Interstate 64.

There are a few choices for airports in this Virginia area:Three airports are situated within a 50-minute drive of the Williamsburg area: • Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport

(PHF) – 20 minutes from downtown Williamsburg • Norfolk International Airport (ORF) – 50 minutes from

downtown Williamsburg• Richmond International Airport (RIC) – 50 minutes

from downtown Williamsburg

Airport transfer information will be available as the conference date nears.

25th Annual VADM Vincent Lascara Golf TournamentSaturday, August 11, 2018, Shotgun Start at 8:00 a.m.(Breakfast and practice from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.)

Hotel Information

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In accordance with the rules governing rental of exhibit space on this contract, we hereby apply for exhibit space at the DCUC Conference Showcase at The Colonial Williamsburg Lodge, August 12-15, 2018. We have read and agree to the exhibit rules. We understand these Rules are incorporated into this contract by reference and that this application becomes a contract when accepted and confirmed by DCUC Management. We understand that all fees are to be paid in full before space is assigned.

CANCELLATION BY EXHIBITOR. This application for exhibit space, the notice of space assignment by DCUC Management, and the full payment of rental charges together constitute a contract for the rights to use the space. If the exhibitor desires to cancel a reservation for exhibit space, the following charges will be assessed:

1. $300 per single exhibit space for written cancellations within 30 days of registration.

2. 50% of the price postmarked by April 30, 2018.

All cancellations must be in writing, via mail, email or fax to the attention of show management. No refunds will be made for cancellations postmarked after April 30, 2018.

RULES. Exhibitor shall faithfully observe and comply with the Rules set forth on all the attachments to this Lease and, after notice thereof, any modifications and additions to the Rules promulgated by DCUC Management. Also, Exhibitor shall abide by The Colonial Williamsburg Lodge and The Defense Credit Union Council and any modifications made thereto.

FIRE, THEFT, ACCIDENT. DCUC Management shall make reasonable effort to provide adequate security. However, DCUC Management shall not be responsible for the safety of Exhibitor or its property, employees, visitors, or customers from theft, disappearance, pilferage, injury, or damages by fire, accident, or any other cause and Exhibitor assumes sole liability for any losses resulting from such causes. DCUC Management shall not provide insurance for the benefit of Exhibitor or its property.

INDEMNIFICATION. Exhibitor shall indemnify and hold DCUC Management harmless from any damages, losses, or liabilities resulting from any claims, demands, suits, or other actions based on or arising out of the Exhibitor’s occupation or use of the exhibit space or its installation, operation, or removal of exhibits, including, but not limited to, all claims demands of exhibitors, their agents, employees, representatives, customers, and guests for injury to person or property (including theft or mysterious disappearance) arising by virtue of any occurrences in the exhibit space or exhibit area or in the parking areas in proximity to the exhibit area during the Lease term, as well as any period during which the Exhibitor is moving into or out of the Exhibit area.

COMPLETE AGREEMENT. This Lease, the notice of space assignment, and full payment of rental charges, constitutes the complete agreement between DCUC Management and Exhibitor. This Lease supersedes all previous or contemporaneous negotiations, arrangements, or understandings, if any, between DCUC Management and Exhibitor with respect to the subject matter of this LEASE. No modification of this Lease shall be valid unless approved in writing by Show Management. Exhibitor warrants that there was no oral or written representations or warranties

(other than those contained in this Lease) made by or on behalf of DCUC Management that served as inducement to Exhibitor to enter into the Lease.

FAILURE TO PROVIDE EXHIBIT SPACE. DCUC Management shall not be responsible for failure to provide the specified exhibit space because of any reason beyond its control or due to negligence, including, without limitation, government regulations or controls, strikes, work stoppages, Acts of God, if the occupation of any portion of the Showcase by any governmental authority or a public enemy or if the DCUC Management is unable, through no fault of its own, to obtain sufficient space from the owner of the Hall. In the event of such failure or such causes, DCUC Management may terminate this Lease by refunding to Exhibitor 50% of the rental price paid by the Exhibitor and the parties hereto shall be released from any and all further obligation to each other under this Lease. In the event of partial or total evacuation of the exhibit space for less than (5) hours for a cause beyond the control of DCUC Management, there shall be no reduction or abatement of rent. In the event of a partial or total evacuation of this exhibit space for more than (5) hours or for all the period covered in this Lease, the total rental price shall be reduced in proportion to the period of time lost (but in no event more than 50% of the total rental price), and DCUC Management’s liability to Exhibitor is limited to a refund of any amount paid by Exhibitor over the reduced rental price.

EVENTS OF DEFAULT. Exhibitor shall be in default of this Lease if it fails to perform any of the terms and conditions of this Lease or abide by the Rules: If it becomes insolvent or unable to pay its debts to DCUC Management when due; if it fails to maintain the space as to appearance, signs, and cleanliness in a manner reasonably suitable and in keeping with the character and quality of the Show; it causes undue noise, litter, or odor not in keeping with the character of and quality of the Show or it any of its agents, employees, or other representatives engage in any conduct in the exhibit area during the Show which is in the judgement of the DCUC Management offensive to the character of the Show or to any other exhibitor or its agents, employees, representatives or customers, including, but not limited to, being intoxicated or unduly under the influence of drugs or using loud, vulgar, obscene or abusive language. In any such event of default, DCUC Management reserves the right to prohibit, close, remove, or eliminate any exhibit, display, sign, or other thing of any conduct which is not suitable to or in keeping with the character and quality of the Show, or which may be detrimental to DCUC Management’s reputation or business: whether or not such thing or action is covered by the Lease or the Rules in the exercise of its rights under this paragraph. DCUC Management shall not incur any liability whatsoever.

MISCELLANEOUS. All rights of Show Management expressed in this Lease are cumulative and in addition to any other rights it may have under the law or in equity. Exhibitor hereby waives any right it may have to recover attorney’s fees under any applicable statute. If any provision of this Lease or the Rules is deemed invalid or unenforceable, for any reason and to any extent, such determination shall have no effect on the validity of enforceability or the remaining provisions.

RULES

1. CHARACTER OF EXHIBITS. DCUC Management shall have the right to deny lease of exhibit space to any prospective exhibitor who intends to exhibit merchandise or services that, in the opinion of Show Management, are not in keeping with the character and quality of the Show. Exhibitor agrees to abide by city Fire Prevention Codes, which among other regulations prohibits attachment of any signs or other items of drapery, or display area unless fireproofed. Otherwise, such items must be at least (6) inches away from the property. Also, the regulations among other things, provide that decorations must be non-combustible or flameproof: the use, display, or storage of flammable fluids or gas must be approved by the Fire Marshall in writing, and open flames or smoke emitting materials are prohibited. All aisles and entrance doors will be under the control of DCUC Management. All merchandise, displays, signs, or other property of Exhibitor may not extend into aisles to obstruct the view of other space or aisles.

Any outside services contracted for and by Exhibitor, which are not included in this contract, are subject to review and approval for DCUC Management.

2. INSTALLATION OF EXHIBITS. All exhibits must be ready for the opening of the Showcase. DCUC Management will not allow any moving of exhibits after the opening of the Showcase without prior approval from show management. Exhibits must be installed on Sunday, August 12 between the hours of 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Vehicles will not be permitted in the building. All exhibit areas not occupied or otherwise checked in with show management by 12:00 p.m. will cause the exhibitor to be in default of this Lease with no refund due the exhibitor, unless prior approval was obtained in advance by show management.

3. CARE OF EXHIBITS. DCUC Management will clean the exhibit area at the close of each day, but exhibitors must, at their own expense, keep their spaces clean and their exhibits in good order. Exhibits must remain intact until closing on the last day of the Showcase. Exhibitors are requested at all times to cooperate with DCUC Management by maintaining their exhibits throughout the Showcase hours in perfect condition with respect to materials and personnel.

4. ELECTRICITY. Electricity can be ordered through the Williamsburg Lodge. Forms will be sent to you prior to the Conference

5. LIABILITY. Exhibitor agrees to carry public liability insurance covering the exhibit and the exhibit space. DCUC Management will not be responsible for any loss or damage to the property of the Exhibitor or its employees due to fire, robbery, accidents or any cause whatsoever that may arise from use and occupancy of leased space or building. The Exhibitor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Show Management and its employees and agents against any and all claims of any person whomsoever arising out of acts or omissions of Exhibitors, its employees and/or guests.

6. MISCELLANEOUS. DCUC Management shall have full power to interpret and/or amend these Rules that in its discretion shall be in the best interest of the Showcase. The decision of the Conference Manager must be accepted as final in any dispute between Exhibitor and any situation not covered by these Rules.

2018 Conference Showcase Contract Terms & Regulations